Red Dead Redemption 2

The AMD Ryzen 5 7500X3D paired with the Intel Arc B370 produces a very specific set of results in Red Dead Redemption 2. The data shows a system that is heavily constrained by the graphics processor, making settings and resolution choices critical to playability. The CPU is a modern 6-core part with 96 MB of shared L3 cache, but the Arc B370 is an integrated-class GPU with a 5th percentile ranking among all GPUs. This pairing is not about high frame rates; it is about finding the playable sweet spot within the Arc B370's capabilities.

Resolution Scaling

The measured FPS data reveals a dramatic and consistent drop in performance as resolution increases from 1080p to 4K. At 1080p with Low settings, the combo averages 47 FPS. Moving to 1440p at the same Low settings drops the average to 35 FPS, a 12 FPS reduction. At 4K Low, the average falls to 23 FPS. This steep scaling curve is a clear indicator that the Intel Arc B370 is the primary limiting component; the frame rate is highly sensitive to the number of pixels being rendered.

This sensitivity is even more pronounced at higher visual presets. At High settings, the averages are 29 FPS at 1080p, 22 FPS at 1440p, and just 14 FPS at 4K. The pattern holds for Medium settings as well, with scores of 35 FPS, 26 FPS, and 17 FPS across the three resolutions. The Ultra preset is the most punishing, with the average dropping from 21 FPS at 1080p to 16 FPS at 1440p and finally to 10 FPS at 4K. The data indicates that the GPU's rendering pipeline is saturated early, and each step up in resolution significantly taxes its limited throughput.

The delta between 1080p and 4K is stark across all presets. For Low, the drop is from 47 to 23 FPS, a 51% reduction in performance. For High, the drop is from 29 to 14 FPS, a 52% reduction. This linear scaling suggests that the bottleneck is purely pixel-fill and memory bandwidth related, rather than a CPU limitation. If the Ryzen 5 7500X3D were the limiting factor, we would expect to see a smaller performance gap between resolutions, as the CPU load would remain relatively constant while the GPU load increased.

Given the 5th percentile ranking of the Arc B370, these results are expected. The GPU is designed for efficiency and low power, not high-end gaming performance. The 1080p results are the only ones that offer anything close to a playable experience, and even then, only at the Low preset. The 1440p and 4K results are marginal at best, with even the Low preset failing to maintain a smooth 30 FPS at 4K.

GPU Role

The Intel Arc B370 is an integrated graphics processor based on the Xe3-LPG architecture, built on Intel's 3 nm process. It operates with a base clock of 300 MHz and a boost clock of 2400 MHz. The data shows this combination of clock speeds and architecture results in a specific performance ceiling. The GPU has 1280 shading units, 40 TMUs, and 20 ROPs, and it relies on system shared memory, meaning the bandwidth is system dependent and not a dedicated VRAM pool.

This lack of dedicated VRAM is a significant factor in the game's performance. Red Dead Redemption 2 is a large open-world game that requires substantial memory bandwidth to stream textures and geometry. The system shared memory configuration means the GPU competes with the CPU for the same memory bus, which can lead to stuttering and lower frame rates, particularly at higher resolutions and settings where the demand for data is highest. The benchmark results do not list min FPS for most presets, but where it is listed (Medium settings), the min FPS is consistently lower than the average, indicating frame time spikes that can be perceived as stutter.

The GPU's 6.144 TFLOPS of FP32 compute is modest, and this is reflected in the measured scores. The 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 benchmark score of 1184 places the Arc B370 in the 5th percentile of all GPUs. This is a very low standing, and the nearest rivals include the ATI Mobility Radeon HD 5570 and the ATI Radeon HD 5770, which are older parts from a different era. This context is essential; the Arc B370 is not a discrete gaming card and performs at a level that is competitive with much older, low-end hardware.

The boost clock of 2400 MHz is high, but it cannot compensate for the limited number of shading units and ROPs. The pixel rate of 48.00 GPixel/s and texture rate of 96.00 GTexel/s are the hard limits for the GPU's ability to fill the screen. The benchmark data shows that at 4K Ultra, the combo manages only 10 FPS, which is a direct consequence of the GPU being overwhelmed by the pixel count and the high-level shading effects. In essence, the Arc B370's role in this system is to provide a basic visual output, and the benchmark results confirm it is not suited for demanding titles at high resolutions.

Settings Recommendations

Based on the measured FPS rows, the most viable experience for this combo is at 1080p with the Low preset. This configuration achieves an average of 47 FPS, which is the only preset and resolution combination that approaches a smooth 60 FPS target. While 47 FPS is not ideal, it is the most playable result in the entire dataset. The Low preset significantly reduces the rendering load on the Arc B370, allowing it to produce a frame rate that is acceptable for a single-player action adventure game.

The Medium preset at 1080p is a compromise, yielding an average of 35 FPS with a min FPS of 30 and a max of 40. This is a playable range, though it will feel less fluid than the Low preset. The data suggests that if visual fidelity is the priority, Medium at 1080p is the maximum setting that still maintains a playable frame rate. However, the 30 FPS minimum is a concern for fast-paced scenes, where the frame rate may dip noticeably.

At 1440p, only the Low preset (35 FPS) approaches a playable level. High and Medium at 1440p produce averages of 22 and 26 FPS, respectively, which are generally considered too low for a smooth experience in an action game. The Ultra preset at any resolution is not recommended, as the averages range from 21 FPS at 1080p down to 10 FPS at 4K, making the game feel like a slideshow. The data is clear: to get the best experience from this hardware, one must prioritize resolution and settings aggressively. The sweet spot is 1080p with Low settings, with 1080p Medium as a secondary option for those who want better visuals and can tolerate lower frame rates.

How This Combo Ranks

The AMD Ryzen 5 7500X3D and Intel Arc B370 combination ranks 2670 out of 2902 tested combos for Red Dead Redemption 2. This places it in the bottom 8% of all systems tested, which is consistent with the measured FPS data. The combo is ranked in the 92nd percentile from the bottom, meaning only 232 other combos perform worse in this game. This is a very low position, primarily driven by the GPU's limited capabilities.

The CPU itself is a strong performer; the Ryzen 5 7500X3D has an average benchmark score of 44573 and sits in the 89th percentile of all CPUs. Its nearest rivals include the Intel Core Ultra X9 388H and the Intel Core i9-13950HX, with delta percentages of 0.2% and 0.5%, respectively. This indicates that the CPU is not the cause of the low ranking. Instead, the Arc B370's 5th percentile ranking among all GPUs is the anchor dragging the combo down. The GPU's average benchmark score is 1184, and its nearest rivals are the ATI Mobility Radeon HD 5570 and the ATI Radeon HD 5770, which are over a decade old.

The discrepancy between the CPU's high percentile and the GPU's low percentile highlights a massive bottleneck. In this specific game, the CPU is likely waiting idly for the GPU to finish rendering each frame. The combo rank is a direct result of this mismatch; the system is severely held back by the integrated graphics solution. This ranking suggests that this pairing is fundamentally unbalanced for gaming, and the data confirms that the user experience will be dictated entirely by the GPU's limitations.

FAQ

Q: What is the best resolution and settings combination for this system?

A: The measured data indicates that 1920x1080 with the Low preset is the best combination, producing an average FPS of 47. This is the only configuration that approaches a smooth frame rate.

Q: Is the AMD Ryzen 5 7500X3D the bottleneck in this game?

A: No. The CPU has a high average benchmark score of 44573 and ranks in the 89th percentile of all CPUs. The data shows that the frame rate scales heavily with resolution, which indicates the Intel Arc B370 is the limiting component.

Q: Can this system run Red Dead Redemption 2 at 4K?

A: Technically, yes, but not at a playable frame rate. The best 4K result is with the Low preset at 23 FPS average, while the High preset drops to 14 FPS and Ultra to 10 FPS.

Q: How does the Intel Arc B370 compare to its nearest rivals in benchmark scores?

A: The Arc B370 has a 3DMark Steel Nomad score of 1184. Its nearest rivals are the ATI Mobility Radeon HD 5570 (score 1186, 0.2% faster), the ATI Radeon HD 5770 (score 1190, 0.5% faster), and the AMD FirePro M2000 (score 1168, 1.4% slower).

Q: What kind of frame rates can be expected at 1440p with Medium settings?

A: The measured data shows an average of 26 FPS at 2560x1440 with Medium settings, with a minimum of 22 FPS and a maximum of 30 FPS. This is generally considered too low for a consistently smooth experience.

Q: Is the Ultra preset ever viable on this hardware?

A: No. The data shows that the Ultra preset yields an average of 21 FPS at 1080p, 16 FPS at 1440p, and 10 FPS at 4K. These results are below the threshold for a playable action game.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The following table details the exact measured average FPS for each resolution and settings combination. Where available, min and max FPS values are also included.

| Resolution | Settings | Avg FPS | Min FPS | Max FPS |

| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |

| 3840x2160 (4K) | Low | 23 | - | - |

| | Medium | 17 | 15 | 20 |

| | High | 14 | - | - |

| | Ultra | 10 | - | - |

| 2560x1440 (1440p) | Low | 35 | - | - |

| | Medium | 26 | 22 | 30 |

| | High | 22 | - | - |

| | Ultra | 16 | - | - |

| 1920x1080 (1080p) | Low | 47 | - | - |

| | Medium | 35 | 30 | 40 |

| | High | 29 | - | - |

| | Ultra | 21 | - | - |

The data shows a consistent hierarchy: Low settings always yield the highest FPS, followed by Medium, High, and then Ultra. The step from 1080p to 1440p incurs a significant penalty, and the step to 4K is even more severe. For example, at High settings, the average FPS drops from 29 at 1080p to 22 at 1440p and finally to 14 at 4K. This pattern confirms that the Intel Arc B370's rendering capabilities are quickly exhausted as the pixel count increases. The 1080p Low result of 47 FPS is the standout figure, representing the only instance where the system approaches a standard 60 FPS refresh rate. All other configurations fall below the 30 FPS threshold, which is generally considered the minimum for a playable game in this genre.